2001 Ford Excursion vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1861 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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2001 Ford Excursion | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Excursion | Cougar |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |